New Energy Vehicle Sales Up 27% in August 2023

Autonomous Driving Goes Abroad: Why Singapore Is the First Stop in Southeast Asia

When Chinese autonomous driving technology companies set their sights on Southeast Asia, Singapore almost invariably becomes the “first coordinate” on every roadmap. In 2025, Singapore has offered not only certainty for those planning to enter, but also a stage for those already here.

Apollo Go Secures Dubai’s First Fully Driverless Testing Permit

On January 6, Apollo Go (萝卜快跑) officially received a fully driverless testing permit from Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), becoming the first and currently the only platform authorised to conduct fully unmanned autonomous driving tests in Dubai.

Meituan’s Keeta Launches Food Delivery Service in Bahrain

On January 5, according to Bahraini media reports, Keeta, the food delivery platform of Meituan (美团), officially launched its delivery services in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

China Reviews Meta’s $2bn Acquisition of AI Platform Manus Under Export Control Rules

According to a report by the Financial Times on Wednesday, Chinese authorities are reviewing whether Meta Platforms’ (NASDAQ: META) planned US$2 billion acquisition of the artificial intelligence platform Manus violates China’s technology export control regulations, a move that could give Beijing leverage over the high-profile deal.

How Malaysia Became Southeast Asia’s “Computing Power Hub”

Leveraging geographic security, low costs, and strong policy incentives, Malaysia has rapidly risen as a computing power hub in Southeast Asia. Johor has absorbed spillover demand from Singapore and moved decisively into the AI high-compute track, becoming a key transit hub for Chinese companies’ overseas computing expansion.